Event Location/Venue
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6.1 mosEvent Bar Service
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4.4 mosEvent Food Service or Catering
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4.2 mosPlanning a wedding in chicago? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 100 to 150 people and an average wedding cost of $16,083 - $19,657. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
| Wedding Budget: $16,083 - $19,657 |
| Lives in: Chicago IL |
| Planning a wedding in: chicago |
| Season: Summer Wedding in 2026 |
| How many guests: This estimate is based on having 125 guests with a range of 100 to 150 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $129 - $157 to the total amount spent. |
| The ceremony will be at one location while the reception will be at another |
| Ceremony Location: some other location |
| Reception Location: a historical building |
| Type of wedding: Casual, Fun |
| Wedding color theme: Black |
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| Category | Estimated Cost | Percent of Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Event Venue | $15,086 - $18,438 | 93.8% |
| Other Events | $997 - $1,219 | 6.2% |
| Event Venue Cost | $15,086 - $18,438 | 93.8% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedding Venue Bar Service | $2,661 - $3,253 | 16.5% | |
| Wedding Venue Food Service | $5,091 - $6,223 | 31.7% | |
| Wedding Venue Location | $7,333 - $8,963 | 45.6% | |
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4.2 mosNOTE: This wedding timeline is crafted based on the purchasing habits of other couples, providing a practical framework to guide your planning process. By reflecting common choices and sequences, it offers a reliable structure to help you organize your special day effectively.
The average cost of a wedding in chicago is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
